OBD Guide

P0C20

Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump Phase U-V-W Circuit/Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Transmission transition to emergency mode
  • Reduced vehicle performance
  • Unusual noises from the transmission area
  • Gear shifting problems

Causes

  • Open circuit in the pump phase circuit
  • Electrical transmission fluid pump malfunction
  • Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
  • Transmission control module (TCM) failure
  • Short circuit in the circuit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the phase circuit U-V-W
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage.
  3. Check the functionality of the electric pump
  4. Test the transmission control module (TCM)
  5. Replace faulty components

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